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Forester's and Keeper's Cottages. Two detached self catering holiday cottages, equipped, maintained and presented to high specification, rated 4 & 5 Star annually assessed by Quality in Tourism, Visit England. Year round special offers: SPRING SHORT BREAKS: 4 nights from 26 March Forester's £400 / Keeper's £440. EASTER WEEKEND from FRI. 30 March or 4 nights from MON. 02 April Forester's £480. WEEKEND 3 NIGHTS from 06 April or 4 NIGHTS from 09 April Forester's £480 / Keeper's £500. All prices to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. All bookings include gas, electric, linen, towels, free wi-fi and lots of essentials. Bookings are directly with us (the owners). WE WELCOME YOUR COMMUNICATION AND DO NOT CHARGE A BOOKING FEE, VAT, METERS OR SECURITY DEPOSIT. Short breaks offered Spring, Autumn, Winter. Please contact us for your required stay: foresterscottages.co.uk Forester's Cottage 4* has a king-size double bedroom and a twin bedroom each with TV and en-suite shower rooms, wc and handbasin. Keeper's Cottage 5* has a super-king double bedroom with en-suite shower room, wc and handbasin, a large twin bedroom (a third full size single bed can be provided at a small supplement for a 5th guest), both bedrooms have TV. There is also a family bathroom. Each cottage has ground level accommodation, full gas central heating, open plan living, modern appliances and furnished patios with BBQ ideal for dining alfresco. Both have rural views, situated on our farm with horses, free range hens and a variety of visiting wildlife. On the border of the New Forest / East Dorset, a lovely locality between forest, coast, spectacular countryside, as well as access to retail centres, offers a wealth of pursuits and events to satisfy all interests. An abundance of pubs, restaurants, markets and shops offer excellent food and beverage for various cuisine whether you choose to eat out or dine in whilst on holiday. Gas, electricity, linen, towels, 'start-off' essentials, free Wi-Fi, are included along with a warm welcome. Priced to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. Pets welcome by arrangement. Well behaved dogs £7 each per night, maximum 2 medium size per cottage. See our website foresterscottages.co.uk for full description, contact details and video tours of each cottage.

Forester's and Keeper's Cottages. Two detached self catering holiday cottages, equipped, maintained and presented to high specification, rated 4 & 5 Star annually assessed by Quality in Tourism, Visit England. Year round special offers: SPRING SHORT BREAKS: 4 nights from 26 March Forester's £400 / Keeper's £440. EASTER WEEKEND from FRI. 30 March or 4 nights from MON. 02 April Forester's £480. WEEKEND 3 NIGHTS from 06 April or 4 NIGHTS from 09 April Forester's £480 / Keeper's £500. All prices to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. All bookings include gas, electric, linen, towels, free wi-fi and lots of essentials. Bookings are directly with us (the owners). WE WELCOME YOUR COMMUNICATION AND DO NOT CHARGE A BOOKING FEE, VAT, METERS OR SECURITY DEPOSIT. Short breaks offered Spring, Autumn, Winter. Please contact us for your required stay: foresterscottages.co.uk Forester's Cottage 4* has a king-size double bedroom and a twin bedroom each with TV and en-suite shower rooms, wc and handbasin. Keeper's Cottage 5* has a super-king double bedroom with en-suite shower room, wc and handbasin, a large twin bedroom (a third full size single bed can be provided at a small supplement for a 5th guest), both bedrooms have TV. There is also a family bathroom. Each cottage has ground level accommodation, full gas central heating, open plan living, modern appliances and furnished patios with BBQ ideal for dining alfresco. Both have rural views, situated on our farm with horses, free range hens and a variety of visiting wildlife. On the border of the New Forest / East Dorset, a lovely locality between forest, coast, spectacular countryside, as well as access to retail centres, offers a wealth of pursuits and events to satisfy all interests. An abundance of pubs, restaurants, markets and shops offer excellent food and beverage for various cuisine whether you choose to eat out or dine in whilst on holiday. Gas, electricity, linen, towels, 'start-off' essentials, free Wi-Fi, are included along with a warm welcome. Priced to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. Pets welcome by arrangement. Well behaved dogs £7 each per night, maximum 2 medium size per cottage. See our website foresterscottages.co.uk for full description, contact details and video tours of each cottage.

Forester's and Keeper's Cottages. Two detached self catering holiday cottages, equipped, maintained and presented to high specification, rated 4 & 5 Star annually assessed by Quality in Tourism, Visit England. Year round special offers: SPRING SHORT BREAKS: 4 nights from 26 March Forester's £400 / Keeper's £440. EASTER WEEKEND from FRI. 30 March or 4 nights from MON. 02 April Forester's £480. WEEKEND 3 NIGHTS from 06 April or 4 NIGHTS from 09 April Forester's £480 / Keeper's £500. All prices to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. All bookings include gas, electric, linen, towels, free wi-fi and lots of essentials. Bookings are directly with us (the owners). WE WELCOME YOUR COMMUNICATION AND DO NOT CHARGE A BOOKING FEE, VAT, METERS OR SECURITY DEPOSIT. Short breaks offered Spring, Autumn, Winter. Please contact us for your required stay: foresterscottages.co.uk Forester's Cottage 4* has a king-size double bedroom and a twin bedroom each with TV and en-suite shower rooms, wc and handbasin. Keeper's Cottage 5* has a super-king double bedroom with en-suite shower room, wc and handbasin, a large twin bedroom (a third full size single bed can be provided at a small supplement for a 5th guest), both bedrooms have TV. There is also a family bathroom. Each cottage has ground level accommodation, full gas central heating, open plan living, modern appliances and furnished patios with BBQ ideal for dining alfresco. Both have rural views, situated on our farm with horses, free range hens and a variety of visiting wildlife. On the border of the New Forest / East Dorset, a lovely locality between forest, coast, spectacular countryside, as well as access to retail centres, offers a wealth of pursuits and events to satisfy all interests. An abundance of pubs, restaurants, markets and shops offer excellent food and beverage for various cuisine whether you choose to eat out or dine in whilst on holiday. Gas, electricity, linen, towels, 'start-off' essentials, free Wi-Fi, are included along with a warm welcome. Priced to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. Pets welcome by arrangement. Well behaved dogs £7 each per night, maximum 2 medium size per cottage. See our website foresterscottages.co.uk for full description, contact details and video tours of each cottage.

Overview

Details

Property

cottage

People

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Minimum Stay

0 - 7 nights

Description

Forester's Cottage 4*

A detached 4*cottage, assessed Visit Britain, with period country charm, equipped, maintained and presented to high specification. Two bedrooms, king-size double and twin bedroom each with timber vaulted ceiling, quality soft furnishings, digital TV' and en-suite shower room,wc and handbasin. A cot can be supplied for use with your own nursery bedding. The fitted kitchen has modern appliances, fully equipped, the open plan living offers digital TV with Freeview, radio, CD, books, games, access for wi-fi, very comfortably furnished with blue leather triple and double sofas, complimentary floral soft furnishings, dining for four + a highchair if required . The entrance leads onto a fenced and furnished patio with sun-loungers, table, chairs and BBQ, surrounded with flowers and herbs in season with rural aspect towards the stables and fields. Parking space at the side of the cottage, extra parking if required, pets by arrangement, special offers, discounts for couples and a warm welcome.

Popular Features

Free Wifi

About the property

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Forester's and Keeper's Cottages. Two detached self catering holiday cottages, equipped, maintained and presented to high specification, rated 4 & 5 Star annually assessed by Quality in Tourism, Visit England. Year round special offers: SPRING SHORT BREAKS: 4 nights from 26 March Forester's £400 / Keeper's £440. EASTER WEEKEND from FRI. 30 March or 4 nights from MON. 02 April Forester's £480. WEEKEND 3 NIGHTS from 06 April or 4 NIGHTS from 09 April Forester's £480 / Keeper's £500. All prices to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. All bookings include gas, electric, linen, towels, free wi-fi and lots of essentials. Bookings are directly with us (the owners). WE WELCOME YOUR COMMUNICATION AND DO NOT CHARGE A BOOKING FEE, VAT, METERS OR SECURITY DEPOSIT. Short breaks offered Spring, Autumn, Winter. Please contact us for your required stay: foresterscottages.co.uk Forester's Cottage 4* has a king-size double bedroom and a twin bedroom each with TV and en-suite shower rooms, wc and handbasin. Keeper's Cottage 5* has a super-king double bedroom with en-suite shower room, wc and handbasin, a large twin bedroom (a third full size single bed can be provided at a small supplement for a 5th guest), both bedrooms have TV. There is also a family bathroom. Each cottage has ground level accommodation, full gas central heating, open plan living, modern appliances and furnished patios with BBQ ideal for dining alfresco. Both have rural views, situated on our farm with horses, free range hens and a variety of visiting wildlife. On the border of the New Forest / East Dorset, a lovely locality between forest, coast, spectacular countryside, as well as access to retail centres, offers a wealth of pursuits and events to satisfy all interests. An abundance of pubs, restaurants, markets and shops offer excellent food and beverage for various cuisine whether you choose to eat out or dine in whilst on holiday. Gas, electricity, linen, towels, 'start-off' essentials, free Wi-Fi, are included along with a warm welcome. Priced to 4 guests, discount offered to a couple. Pets welcome by arrangement. Well behaved dogs £7 each per night, maximum 2 medium size per cottage. See our website foresterscottages.co.uk for full description, contact details and video tours of each cottage.

About Mrs Jean Baylis

My family and I enjoy walking, cycling, horse riding and sailing. The location at Cottage Farm is ideal for all these pursuits and more. I also enjoy painting and arrange art workshops in various media in the studio at the farm. I particularly love landscape which, is in abundance in our surrounding areas of the New Forest and Dorset's finest countryside. My paintings are regularly exhibited and some are displayed in the cottages. We enjoy meeting our many visitors from all over the world and sharing this special environment.

Mrs Jean Baylis purchased this cottage in 1999

Why Mrs Jean Baylis chose Wimborne

On the brink of the millenium, my family and I discovered Cottage Farm. Located on the border of the historical and beautiful areas of the New Forest and Dorset's Cranborne Chase, the area is ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding. Ringwood Forest and Moors Valley Country Park offer acres of accessible tracks, all through the year, together with a lake, tree top trail and more. Sea fishing and water sports at the coast are only7 miles to the south, whilst, access to the historical towns of Salisbury, Winchester and on to London are all within easy reach (London approx 2 hours by road). There is something for everyone. Over the years we carefully developed two detached holiday cottages and enjoy sharing this special environment with visitors from many parts of the world.

What makes this cottage unique

Our two detached cottages, Forester's 4*and Keeper's 5* are annually assessed by Visit Britain, both equipped and maintained to a very high specification. Late availability special offers may be available, please contact us directly. The cottages are in the centre of our farm surrounded by 12 acres of our own grazing land. The location offers a peaceful base with ease of access to a wealth of pursuits and sites. We have our own horses and ponies. Riding stables can be found in abundance on the New Forest. Hacking and riding lessons are available at stables 5 minutes away. A dog is welcome in our cottages by arrangement. We also have cheeky free range hens who supply us with delicious fresh eggs also available to our visitors. We have wandering cats and visiting wildlife, foxes, rabbits, deer, bats and all sorts of birds.

Guestbook comments from the owner

'Best self-catering accommodation we have every stayed in' Foster, Cornwall.

'The owners offer a very good standard of service and customer care' Quality in Tourism, Visit Britain.

'Your standards are exceptional, it is a credit to you' Browning, Dartmouth.

Available Rentals

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Notes

Booking Notes:
One third of the total rent deposit is due to reserve with the balance or full payment 8 weeks before arrival. Reservation and booking confirmation will be in writing either by post if in the UK or by email. Payments can be made by Electronic bank transfer or, by cheque payable to J. Baylis or directly to me by telephone for payment by cards. Agents commission is 1% Debit Cards and 2.5% Credit cards. Our Terms and Conditions are available on request and will be in writing with confirmation.

Changeover Day:
Peak season May to October Friday changeovers. Flexible November to April.
Arrivals from 3pm. up to midnight. Departure by 10am.

Notes on prices:
*Discount offered to a couple - £70 per week / £10 per night (*excluding January/February low season) on short breaks if only one bedroom/en-suite or bedroom and bathroom is used by two people sharing. Special offers are made throughout the year, please see our website and contact us. Prices include full central heating, gas, electricity, linen, towels, free wi-fi and lots of start essentials for a relaxed holiday. There are no meters or security deposit to pay on arrival. A well behaved dog is welcome at £7 per night (max. 2).

Facilities

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Wimborne in Verwood

Property Type:

cottage

Meals:

Self-catering

House Rules:

Max. occupancy: 4

pets considered ...

children welcome ...

non smoking only ...

Location Type:

rural

village

General:

Internet

Free Wifi

Dining:

Dining Area

Bathrooms:

2Bathrooms

Shower room 1 -
Shower Enclosure
Shower room 2 -
Shower Enclosure

Bedrooms:

2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4

Outside:

Golf ...

Attractions:

autumn foliage

bay

botanical garden

churches

cinemas

forests

library

live theatre

museums

playground

pond

recreation centre

restaurants

ruins

Leisure Activities:

beachcombing

bird watching

horse riding

outlet shopping

scenic drives

sight seeing

walking

Local Services & Businesses:

ATM/bank

fitness centre

groceries

hospital

laundrette - serviced

massage therapist

medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities:

cycling

equestrian events

fishing

freshwater fishing

golf

hiking

mountain biking

pier fishing

roller blading

sailing

diving

snorkelling

swimming

water skiing

wind-surfing

Notes:

Notes on accommodation: Full central heating, gas, electricity, linen (beds made ready for you), towels, 'start-off' essentials, free Wi-Fi on request, are all included in the price. There are no meters, vat or security deposit to pay on arrival. Each cottage is equipped beyond that suggested by Visit Britain for 4 to 5 visitors per cottage. Occupancy must be agreed at time of booking. Pets by arrangement, stable and grazing terms for riding holidays are available. General terms and conditions available on request. Each cottage is suitable for individuals, couples, families and friends, discounts are offered if only one bedroom/en-suite or bedroom and bathroom is being used. Art Workshops for a variety of subject and media are held Spring to Autumn in the farm studio, cottage accommodation may be available to combine a holiday with an art workshop, please ask for details or see the art page on our website for workshop dates. Outside: Both Forester's and Keeper's Cottages are situated in the center of the farm with rural aspects to stables, and/or our own grazing fields which are often visited by Roe deer and a variety of wildlife including different bird species, Owls, Sparrow Hawks and many small birds, bats and butterflies. Each cottage has a fenced and gated patio of generous size, surrounded with flowers and herbs in season. Furnished with sun loungers, dining table and chairs and BBQ offering a relaxing space ideal for alfresco dining in the summer months. One car parking space is available with each cottage, extra car parking is available on the farm. Under cover space can be available for bicycles providing they are secured. Stables and grazing by arrangement. Access from the farm is available to a bridleway to connect with a network of tracks and bi-ways, some road riding will also be involved to connect to Ringwood Forest, the New Forest, Dorset heaths and the Cranborne Chase.

(4 traveller reviews)

Beautiful cottage in a great setting

My husband, son, dog and I had a fantastic short break in Foresters Cottage. It is a beautiful cottage, very clean, well maintained and well equipped. The location is perfect for exploring the south coast or just walking in the surrounding area. Jean and her husband were very welcoming and the new laid eggs were so tasty. I would highly recommend this cottage to friends and relatives. Thank you for having us Jean, we can't wait to come back.

Review Submitted: 17-Feb-2016

Date of Stay: February 2016

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We are always pleased to hear from our visitors and look forward to welcoming you again to discover more of our lovely location.

Lovely Relaxing Break!

We had a lovely break with our 2 labs, lots of walks so many places to go in the surrounding area! Lovely local pubs where dogs are welcome! The cottage was very comfortable and really well kept & clean everything you need is there and Jean & Les gave us such a warm welcome and really helpful. Will be definitely returning and very much recommend this lovely cottage.

Foresters

Beautiful cottage in great surroundings. Had a great week made very welcome and cottage was immaculate. Great dog walks and fantastic coastline just a short walk away. One small issue free Wi Fi does not work which was a pain as I had some work to do. A great place to take a break and would not hesitate in recommending.

Review Submitted: 24-Aug-2013

Date of Stay: August 2013

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Forester's Cottage and thank you for taking the time to write a review. We do have to correct your description of walks, this is a great location for walks but the coastline is 30 mins drive away and not within walking distance. The majority of our visitors are able to use the complimentary Wi-Fi and it is being used by our present guests. We have found that once the service device is correctly plugged in and given time to connect, visitors to Forester's are able to use the service on most occasions. However, we do not have the same service reception as London and the home counties.

New Forest Hols

Fantastic stay at Foresters Cottage. Owners were lovely & our welcome pack was very welcome along with newly laid eggs. The accommodation was imaculate & really spacious & in a lovely setting overlooking a paddock & forest beyond. There were lovely walks for us & our dog from the cottage & places to eat although it was sitting on the patio enjoying alfresco dining. There was a BBQ but didn't get round to using it. We saw foxes, squirrels & various birds & on our last but one day a young deer run across the Padock. We would recommend this to a home & definitely go back again.

Review Submitted: 16-Aug-2013

Date of Stay: June 2013

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and look forward to welcoming you again.

Professionally taught Art Workshops are available in the farm studio for a variety of subjects and media, suitable for all abilities. Cottage accommodation maybe available to combine a self catering holiday with one of the art workshops at the farm.

Coast/Beach:

Southbourne and the beautiful Hengistbury Head is approx 7 miles south, the beach is mainly sand, it is possible to walk on the beach round the headland or, over the cliff onto Mudeford Spit where there is a beach cafe, nature trails and passenger ferry for Christchurch Harbour /Mudeford Quay - line/tackle for crabbing, The Haven Inn, cafe, shop and access to Avon beach. Bournemouth beach 10 miles/Sandbanks 15 miles approx. both soft sand. Ferry to Isle of Purbeck/Jurassic Coast Dorset.

Travel:

A motor vehicle is recommended. Public transport is available to the New Forest, Bournemouth and Salisbury but is limited. The New Forest tour bus is available in peak season from Ringwood. Airports: Bournemouth 10 miles, Southampton 20 miles. Ports: Poole 15 miles, Lymington, 15 miles, (Southampton 20 miles, Portsmouth 50 miles - motorway M27 connection). Local dual carriageway A31 east to M27, M3 to London or A31 west into Dorset

and A35 to Dorchester, West Dorset and Devon.

Distances:

3 miles Ringwood market town of the New Forest. 3 - 5 miles on to villages of the Cranborne Chase and spectacular countryside. 7 miles Southbourne Beach and Hengistbury beach and nature reserve. 10 miles Bournemouth retail shopping, nightclubs and beach, 15 miles Poole Harbour, Quay and ferry to Brownsea Island and Sandbanks ferry to Isle of Purbeck start of the Jurassic Coast, 15 miles Salisbury Cathedral. All distances are approximate.

Further Details:

Ringwood Forest/Moors Valley is within walking distance of the farm, there is a fishing lake, golf course, forest tracks, cycle hire, small gauge steam engines, adventure playground, tree top trail, Go-Ape Tree Adventure and Visitor Centre. Locally in Verwood there are supermarkets, various small shops, Banks ATM, pubs and restaurants. There are a variety of old hunting Inns on the New Forest where it is common to see animals usually, ponies, donkeys, cattle and sheep wandering along the roads in and out of the villages and car parks. Sports on the New Forest include, Falconry, horse riding, cycling, canoeing and many more. In Dorset there is sailing, sea kayaking, fossil hunting, clay pigeon shooting, an enormous amount of archaeological sites and places of historical interest. There is a wealth of leisure activities to suit every interest.